My Review of In a Landscape's Piano Concert in Nature
If you live on or visit the west coast attending an In a Landscape Concert is a MUST. I went for the first time last summer and it is such an incredible experience.
In a Landscape is a non-profit that puts on classical piano concerts in nature.
In a Landscape explains their summer concert series as:
IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild is the outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall.
A 9-foot Steinway grand piano travels on a flatbed trailer to State and National Parks, urban green spaces, working ranches, and historical sites for classical music concerts that connect people with each landscape.
In a Landscape concerts take place in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California.
As someone who lives in the PNW, I can’t believe it took me so long to learn about In a Landscape!
They’ve been traveling the west coast putting on concerts for ten years! But I’m so glad I finally went!
My Review of In a Landscape Outdoor Concerts
I attended the In a Landscape experience at Golden Gardens in Seattle. This was a stunning spot for a piano concert because of the beach, the mountains, and the trees.
We arrived early to get a good spot. Upon arrival they gave us headphones.
The headphones provide concert hall quality sound while in beautiful outdoor spaces.
The pianist, Hunter Noack, encouraged us to wander through nature while listening to his classical piano playing through our headphones.
He even pointed out how certain points of the songs could compliment different elements in nature like the sparkle of the water or swaying of the trees.
I appreciated the care and connection that went into sharing about the music and connecting everyone to nature.
I loved how this made it a full sensory experience. It really encouraged me to slow down.
At one point in the concert, the pianist even invited guest to lay under the piano to feel the vibrations.
The timing of the concert allowed guests to enjoy the beautiful sunset while looking at the water and the mountains.
We took our own blanket and snacks allowing us to wander around or slow down and sit.
I left the concert feeling SO incredibly relaxed. The combination of the relaxing music and being in nature created a sense of peace in my body and mind.
I feel like writing out my experience doesn’t do it justice! I did make a short video of the In a Landscape concert as well. Listen closely and you can hear the piano playing a bit!
But it’s really just something you have to experience.
As a nature lover and a music lover, I thought this was such a unique experience!
If you find yourself near one of the locations for In a Landscape concerts, I highly recommend going.
I can’t wait to go to some of the 2026 In a Landscape concerts!
Emily Waddell is the founder of The Honest Consumer. She has always been passionate about business for good and has a Bachelor degree in Social Entrepreneurship. She currently lives in the PNW where she practices imperfect sustainability. When she’s not writing, Emily enjoys supporting small businesses, finding locally grown food at the farmer’s market, traveling, & practicing slow living. Learn more about Emily’s journey starting The Honest Consumer.
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